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Install and Set Up the Plasma Power Supply
- The Powermax45 SYNC system
  The Powermax45 SYNC® is a portable 45 A plasma cutting system that you can use for many handheld and mechanized cutting and gouging applications. The automatic gas and automatic voltage features make it easy to set up and use the system even if you have limited plasma cutting experience.
- Make sure that you have all the components
  It is important to make sure that you have all the components that come with your Powermax SYNC®.
- Hypertherm plasma power supply ratings
  - System specifications on the data plate
    The data plate on the plasma power supply shows two sets of ratings: one for the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and one for Hypertherm®.
  - Location of the system part number
    The part number for your plasma power supply is near the top of the data plate.
  - Critical raw materials
  - Powermax45 SYNC China energy label
    The Powermax45 SYNC® plasma power supply can have a China energy label with energy-efficiency information.
  - Safety and EMC symbols and marks
    You can see different safety and EMC symbols and marks on your system. Each image identifies a specific regional certification.
  - IEC symbols
    You can see different IEC symbols on the system. Each image has a specific meaning in the context of operating a plasma cutting system.
  - Acoustical noise levels
    - Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) specifications
- Cutting specifications
- Correct position for the plasma power supply
  Make sure that the plasma power supply is in a safe position and location before you operate the cutting system.
- Connection requirements for electrical power
  Use the Hypertherm® input current ratings to determine conductor sizes for power connection and installation instructions.
- Power cord and plug requirements
- Connect the gas supply
Operate the Plasma System
Cut and Mark with the Hand Torch
Gouge with the Hand Torch
Troubleshoot Common Problems
Complete Regular Maintenance Tasks

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) specifications

The Hypertherm® Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) near-field wireless communication system contains these components:

A passive RFID tag in the Hypertherm cartridge
A wireless radio transceiver on the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) in the SmartSYNC® torch:
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Protocol: ISO/IEC 15693
- Maximum range: 8 mm (0.32 inch)
- Maximum transmit power: 104 mW